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Posted by Jennie Broecker
on Feb 23, 2016 |
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Now is the time to nominate your fellow Rotarians in your club and across northwestern Illinois for District 6420 awards -- to recognize their service and important contributions.
You can find all awards and downloadable forms on the left side of our website under District 6420 Awards:
- Club Officer of the Year
- Rotarian of the Year
- New Rotarian of the Year
- Outstanding Club Project
- Most New Members (from DG Jim Nelson's citation challenge)
Deadline is March 26 for all except Most New Members, which runs until March 31; send to Jennie Broecker, jenniebroecker@gmail.com.
And under the Literacy category...
- Individual Achievement
- Club Achievement
- Majiyagbe Innovative Project
- Sustained Excellence Recognition
Please spread the word through your club meetings and communications as much as possible.
Thanks much!
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Posted by Helen Hill
on Feb 10, 2016 |
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Applicants must be college freshmen who plan to study abroad their junior year or upperclassmen/college graduates who want to complete a graduate year abroad. The deadline for applications is May 13, 2016.
District Grant Scholarships are for undergraduates/graduates who seek to spend the 2017-2018 academic year abroad.
This scholarship provides funding for round-trip transportation, tuition and fees, room and board, some educational supplies and brush-up language training, if necessary, to a maximum of $25,000. The applicant should plan to study in a vocational area that is consistent with the mission of the Rotary Foundation, “Doing Good in the World.” Part of the experience will include performing service work with their host Rotary Club.
Global Grant Scholarships are available to students who will pursue a graduate degree abroad during the academic year 2017-2018. It is a $30,000 award for one academic year. Applicants must very closely align their curriculum and future career plans with one or more focus areas of Rotary service: Peace and Conflict Resolution; Disease Prevention and Treatment; Water and Sanitation; Maternal and Child Health; Basic Education and Literacy; and Economic and Community Development.
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Posted by JoEllen McCaskey
on Feb 12, 2016 |
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The Rotary Club of Savanna President Bob North presented Rotarian Bob Froehlich with the Paul Harris Fellow certificate in appreciation of his financial contribution and commitment to The Rotary Foundation’s goals of world understanding and peace.
Contributions from Paul Harris Fellows and Rotarians around the world assist in funding programs that provide educational opportunities, food, potable water, health care, immunizations and shelter for millions of people worldwide.
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Posted by Jim Prather
on Feb 09, 2016 |
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You’re invited to Connect with Korea — Touch the World at the 2016 Rotary International Convention in Seoul, 28 May -1 June.
I encourage you to visit the convention website at www.riconvention.org and learn more about this amazing experience.
The Rotary Convention offers something for all Rotarians, whether you’re new to your club or a longtime member. It will inspire and connect you to a dynamic, unforgettable experience.
Here’s why you should attend:
- Experience the hospitality of Seoul, a world-class city with so much to offer — history, culture, cuisine, and shopping
- Network with Rotarians, meet new people, and make lasting friendships
- Travel with club members and other Rotarians and connect with Korean culture
- Advance your personal and professional development through workshops and breakout sessions
- Participate in a meaningful, hands-on project in the community
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Posted by Betty Clementz
on Feb 12, 2016 |
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At the recent Feb. 6 training at Kishwaukee College, members of the leadership team met with Bobbi Burke, Chair of the Friendship Exchange Committee, informally to assess how best to implement Friendship Exchange within our district.
Many ideas were shared, but it was agreed that it is absolutely crucial that Rotarians in all corners of our district be involved in this district committee.
Exchanges are not only about our Rotarians choosing to travel to another part of the world on an Exchange, but it is also about welcoming into our district and making the arrangements to share various attractions of our district to those whom we welcome.
Presently Rotary International has joined Districts 6420 and 6440 together to allow for exchanges to reflect both the rural and urban sides of Illinois.
Planning is the time-consuming part of the program, but it is also the most important.
So once again District Governor Jim Nelson is seeking individuals to join the Friendship Exchange District Committee.
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on Feb 12, 2016 |
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A new email purporting to be from Rotary Foundation Trustee Chair Ray Klinginsmith is targeting Rotary members.
The email falsely claims that members can become End Polio Now ambassadors if they email club information to a Gmail address within 48 hours.
The fraudulent email has the subject line “BECOME AN END POLIO AMBASSADOR” and is sent from a fake email address.
This is a scam. Rotary staff is working to resolve the issue.
Avoid being the victim of scams by deleting any email that appears suspicious.
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Posted by Mac MacMurdo
on Feb 12, 2016 |
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The Harvard Rotary Club will hold its annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at Stratford Banquets, 21007 McGuire Road.
Food will be served from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. The meal includes corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, vegetable, dessert and beverage. A cash bar will be available.
The cost is $15 for one dinner. Tickets are available at the Harvard Chamber of Commerce, First National Bank, Harvard State Bank or from any Rotarian.
Proceeds will go to the club’s Scholarship and Community and International Services Fund.
For more information call Lynn Saunders at 815-378-2791.
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Posted by Mac MacMurdo
on Feb 10, 2016 |
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At the Harvard Chamber of Commerce's annual awards event Jan. 29, the Harvard Rotary Club received the prestigious "Non-Profit Of The Year" award for 2015.
This is particularly significant recognition in terms of the Harvard club's upcoming annual Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner March 15, which serves as both a fund-raiser for the club and a major service project to the community.
Congrats!
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Posted by Nancy Leemhuis
on Feb 10, 2016 |
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The Ottawa Sunrise Rotary Club has another major donor.
Susan and the late Paul Borgarding were awarded the Major Donor Level 1 award in Deer Valley at the Foundation Dinner.
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